Upcoming Virtual Classes

• Next weeknight series: Starts 5/9, 6–8PM EST

• Weekend class on Saturday 7/13, 10AM–2PM EST

• Upcoming Virtual Classes • Next weeknight series: Starts 5/9, 6–8PM EST • Weekend class on Saturday 7/13, 10AM–2PM EST •

black woman birth class — Birth with love and confidence.

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  Well Worth Watering empowers expecting parents with soulfully curated
    
    childbirth classes 
    
    and 
    
    postpartum support.

A lot on your mind? You are not alone.

Excitement and worry have been hallmarks of pregnancy for generations. I’ve been there myself; slow dancing with the unique set of "what-ifs" that come with pregnancy, labor and birth.

I know what it’s like to be a black woman navigating discouraging maternal health stats…yet determined to keep a firm grip on the wisdom that grew alongside my babies.

Though I couldn’t name them, I just knew there were rare gems tucked into each birth journey, waiting to be unearthed. And you wanna know something?

Birth 
    
    isn’t just about survival. 
    
   The 
way you remember your birth matters. 
    
  Affirming, informed, 
  
    transformative births
    
  are happening right now!

So…take a deep breath.

black pregnant woman birth classes — Picture Yourself…

• **At ease** with the birth process.
• **Laboring** with a coping mindset.
• **Releasing** fears about birth.
• **Healing** holistically after birth.

Well Worth Watering childbirth classes centers Birthing from Within® processes that encourage you to uncover uncover unearthed wisdom along your birth journey.

process

1 | Understand the labor & birth process:

My pre-class videos breathe life into our discussions, cultivating knowledge about the incredible work your body will do during labor, birth and postpartum healing.

release

2 | Strategically release birth anxiety:

Give yourself permission to acknowledge the weight of your worry. My childbirth classes center Birthing from Within® processes that help you unpack your fear and walk you closer to resilience.

cope

3 | Build a confident pain-coping mindset:

Allow your understanding of labor pain to shift. Learn why birth hurts and get curious about how you relate to pain. We'll also practice coping strategies that support your pain management decisions.

heal

4 | Plan for your postpartum healing:

Let’s build a postpartum plan that supports your overall healing. Get support, strategies and tips that will help you lessen the shock and overwhelm of the fourth trimester.

Kind Words…

Testimonials

“The class gives you information, pain coping strategies and mindset exercises, but the real gift is Lou-Ann herself. She is motherly, informed and kind. We felt so cared for both practically and emotionally.”

– Megan & Simon

“My husband and I opted for the in-home one-on-one course, which was an excellent option for the end of my pregnancy to not have to go somewhere. Not only was birth easier, I felt more prepared to advocate for my family with healthcare practitioners in general.”

— Jamie & Sebéstian

“We were so blessed by you, your passion, and your knowledge surrounding natural childbirth. Without you, I don’t think we would have felt this prepared and ready for what's to come.”

— Chelsey & Jon

“I personally wanted to take this time to thank you, for mentally preparing me to accept the birth that I had.”

— Melissa

“I don’t have all the right words of gratitude worked out yet for all you taught us. We needed it all, and on top of that received a lot of grace…Thank you for the gift you offer to the world as an educator and a light."

— Jenni & Joe

Your birth is well worth watering.

When your goal is to be lovingly nurtured into parenthood, you become equipped parents that are able to pour from wells of overflow instead of overwhelm.

postpartum help northern va — Postpartum Support

You don’t have to heal alone. Support this phase with planning and in-home support.

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Meet Lou-Ann

“Pregnancy and birth are journey’s of a lifetime. I’d be honored to pour into yours.”

After two very different births of my own—one hospital birth, one home birth—I know just how much the right birth classes and postpartum companionship can contribute to your experience. You need thoughtful preparation and a supportive village to fill in the gaps.” More about Lou-Ann…

— Lou-Ann Wattley Belk

Childbirth Educator, Mother of 2

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Well Worth Watering empowers parents-to-be with birth classes and postpartum support that honor your unique birth journey.